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DRAFT ANNUAL PLAN
FY 2021 DRAFT ANNUAL PLAN
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
2021 PROGRAM YEAR
The City of Millville proposes to initiate planning for the FY 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program and the continuation of the HOME investment partnership program, which are funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Community Development Block Grant for Fiscal Year 2021 is estimated to be $299,000 and HOME program funds are estimated to be approximately $140,000.
Public Hearings are being scheduled in the initial stages of development of the 2021 Annual Plan. The information received from interested persons at the hearings will assist the City and the Community Development Advisory Committee in the preparation of the 2021 Annual Plan. The hearings are designed to obtain citizens’ views and to respond to proposals and questions. The hearings will address housing, community and economic development needs, development of proposed activities, and review of program performance. The City will also obtain the views of citizens on priority non-housing needs.
Information will be made available to citizens regarding Application procedures, timing, eligible activities, meeting National Objectives, reporting requirements and other regulations related to the Community Development and HOME programs. Information on past use of said funds will also be available.
Applications for social service providers seeking Community Development Block Grant funding are available starting February 12, 2021 at the Planning Office in City Hall and on the City website at http://www.millvillenj.gov/138/Housing-Community-Development. Applicants must attend the February 25, 2021 public hearing and must submit applications no later than 4:30 pm Friday, March 5, 2021.
The first public hearing on housing and community development needs will take place on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 5:00 pm, and a second hearing will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 5:00 pm on the 2021 draft Annual Action Plan. These hearings will take place telephonically due to Covid-19 restrictions and can be accessed via the GoToMeeting as follows: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/402686629, You can also dial in using your phone - United States: +1 (571) 317-3122, Access Code: 402-686-629. Citizens are invited to submit written or verbal comments at or prior to the hearings.
The draft Annual Plan, developed after the first hearing, will be available for public review for a 30-day comment period starting Monday, March 15, 2021 online at http://www.millvillenj.gov/138/Housing-Community-Development or in the Community Development Office at 12 S. High Street, Millville, NJ 08332.
FY2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT - Public Hearing
The purpose of this notice is to present substantial amendments to the City of Millville’s FY 2019 Annual Action Plan for the use of Community Development Block Grant funds.
In accordance with CDBG program regulations, the City is permitted to make substantial amendments to its Annual Action Plan and Budget in accordance with the City’s Citizen Participation Plan. In accordance with waivers granted through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), Public Law 116-136, the City is permitted to present substantial amendments to the City of Millville’s FY 2019 Annual Action Plan for the use of $226,453 in Community Development Block Grant CV (CDBG-CV3) funds awarded through the CARES Act, Public Law 116-136.
The City has determined that it is necessary to amend the approved CDBG program budget for the previously approved program year FY 2019 in order to address community needs that have emerged through the COVID-19 public health crisis. This qualifies as a substantial amendment in accordance with Millville’s Citizen Participation Plan as the following applies: a) To complete an activity other than those described in the Plan. The amendment to the FY 2019 CDBG Annual Action Plan is proposed as follows:
Project | Initial Budget | Revised Budget | Change |
Planning & Administration | $0 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
COVID-19 Emergency Rent & Mortgage Payments up to 6 months (link to HUD info) | $0 | $216,453 | $216,453 |
TOTAL: | $226,453 | ||
In order to obtain the views of residents, public agencies and other interested parties, Millville has placed the Substantial Amendment on public display beginning Monday, November 9, 2020 on the City’s website at the following address: http://www.millvillenj.gov/138/Housing-Community-Development. This document will be available to the public for a period of no less than five (5) days through Friday, November 13, 2020.
On Wednesday, November 12th at 5:30pm, the City of Millville will hold a Virtual Public Hearing to consider the proposed substantial change to the FY 2019 CDBG Annual Action Plan. Given the current public health crisis, a virtual hearing is being held in lieu of an in-person hearing. The log-in information for the Virtual Public Hearing is as follows:
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
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You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 450-872-301
POWERPOINT PRESENTATION FROM 11/12/2020
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All interested persons, groups, and organizations are encouraged to attend this public hearing and will be given the opportunity to present oral or written testimony concerning the proposed amendment for the FY 2019 Annual Action Plan.
General questions regarding this Substantial Amendment or proposed programming as well as requests for special assistance related to limited English proficiency, access or disabilities should be directed to Samantha Silvers at Samantha.silvers@millvillenj.gov or (856) 825-7000 ext. 7341.
City of Millville
PO Box 609
Millville, NJ 08332
Attn: Samantha Silvers
FY2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT - Public Hearing
A Public Hearing for review of a proposed amendment to the FY2019 Annual Action Plan is scheduled for May 4, 2020 at 5:00PM and will be held via telephonic means due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Governor Murphy has declared a state of emergency via Executive Order 103 in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Executive Order 107 institutes various restrictions on public places and gatherings. As such this meeting was advertised, posted, and made available to the public to attend and provide public comment during the public portion of the meeting in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, Public Laws of 1975, as required by Statute. Comments may be provided through participation n the telephonic meeting or in writing to the Office of Community Development:
City of Millville
PO Box 609
Millville, NJ 08332
Attn: Samantha Silvers
or email to samantha.silvers@millvillenj.gov
The City has determined that it is necessary to amend the approved CDBG program budget for the previously approved program year FY 2019 in order to address community needs that have emerged through the COVID-19 public health crisis. This qualifies as a substantial amendment in accordance with Millville’s Citizen Participation Plan as the following applies a) To complete an activity other than those described in the Plan. The amendment to the FY 2019 CDBG Annual Action Plan is proposed as follows:
| Project | Initial Budget | Budget Change |
COVID-19 Food Pantry Support | $0 | $35,000 |
| COVID-19 Family/Youth Support | $0 | $35,000 |
| COVID-19 Temporary Shelter for Homeless | $0 | $5,000 |
| COVID-19 Public Health Recovery Education and Outreach | $0 | $10,000 |
| COVID-19 Economic Development Small Business Recovery | $0 | $90,747 |
| Total: | $175,747 |
Please use the information below to access the meeting remotely:
CDBG FY2019 Amendment
Mon, May 4, 2020 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (PDT)
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https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/397639869
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United States: +1 (786) 535-3211
Access Code: 397-639-869
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
2020-2024 Consolidated Plan
The Consolidated Plan is designed to be a collaborative process whereby the community establishes a unified vision for community development activities and how the City of Millville intends to use federal and non-federal resources to meet those needs. Strategic Planning and citizen participation take place in a comprehensive context during the preparation of the Five Year Consolidated Plan. Eligible activities include community facilities and improvements, housing rehabilitation and preservation, department activities, public services, economic development, historic preservation, planning, and administration. This Consolidated Plan for the City of Millville covers the period July 1, 2020 until June 30, 2024. The Plan allows the City to continue to receive federal housing and community development funds and must be submitted to the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by May 15, 2020.
A copy of the draft plan is in the links below. The public is invited to address written comments to: Millville CDBG Office, Millville City Hall, P.O. BOX 609, Millville, NJ 08332, Attention: Samantha Silvers. The public can also call 856-825-7000, ext. 7341 between 8:30– 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
Current CDBG Planning Documents
| Name | Info Link | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| FY2020 CDBG & Analysis of Impediments First Public Notice |
2/06/2020 | |
| FY2020 CDBG Second Public Notice | Public Notice #2 | 3/28/2020 |
| AVISO PÚBLICO
AVISO DE DISPONIBILIDAD DE
PLAN CONSOLIDADO DE CINCO AÑOS Y PLAN DE ACCION DE UN Año
|
3/28/2020 | |
| Substantial Amendment to FY2019 Annual Action Plan | 5/5/2020 | |
| 2nd Substantial Amendment to FY2019 Annual Action Plan | 11/13/20 | |
| Amended Citizen Participation Plan May 2020 | Plan | 5/5/2020 |
| Amended Citizen Participation Plan May 2020 Appendix A | Appendix A | 5/5/2020 |
| FY2020-2024 CDBG Consolidated Plan and FY2020 Annual Plan FINAL | 3/28/2020 | |
| 2020 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice | Draft Plan | 5/1/2020 |
| FY2020-2024 Plan Schedule | 5/15/2020 | |
| FY2015-2019 Plan | Final Plan | 06/30/2020 |
| FY2019 CDBG Annual Plan | Final Plan | 06/30/2020 |
| FY2019 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) | Report | 2020 |
NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
The Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit Program (NRTC) provides business entities an 80 percent tax credit for funds provided to nonprofit entities carrying out comprehensive revitalization plans. Nonprofit entities must use at least 60% of the tax credit funds for housing and economic development; the remaining funds may be used for supportive services and other activities that promote neighborhood revitalization.
NRTC funds are used by neighborhood-based non-profit organizations that have prepared, submitted and received approval from the Department for a revitalization plan for the neighborhood it serves. The funds must be used by the eligible organizations for projects and activities that will implement the goals and strategies of the approved neighborhood plan. The maximum amount per application is $985,000.
A copy of the draft 2020-2030 Neighborhood Revitalization Plan below is available for public comment during a 30-day period starting March 18, 2020 through to April 17, 2020. Comments must be written and sent to Heather Santoro via email at hsantoro@hollycitydevelopment.org or mail to: Holly City Development Corporation, 14 E. Mulberry Street, Millville, NJ 08332. Questions may also be directed to (856) 776-7979.
Housing Rehab under CDBG
Housing Rehab Contractors
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry that has helped to build over 500,000 decent, affordable houses and served 2.5 million people worldwide. Our local chapter was founded in September of 1989 to help further the mission of providing deserving families with decent, safe and affordable housing here in Cumberland County. Today our network of volunteers, sponsors, and affiliate partnerships continues to grow.
Habitat has developed and is continuing to develop homes on Garfield Street off of South Second Street in Millville. For information on qualifying to purchase a new Habitat home, please find information on upcoming information sessions here:
Veteran Rehab Project 2014
Downtown improvements include:
- Comprehensive center city redevelopment strategy, including physical improvements, neighborhood revitalization, and the establishment of the Millville Development Corporation
- Numerous parking areas reconstructed
- Pedestrian walkways upgraded with brick paving system, ornamental lighting, and site amenities
The Riverfront Project located along the east side of the Maurice River provides several landscaped areas for passive recreation, a gazebo, and a boardwalk along the river's edge.